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James Schwindel Posted on Jul 26, 2019

How much tension is needed on Dometic 8500 awning 16' x 8'

About 14 or 15 turns

  • Brent sharp
    Brent sharp Sep 29, 2019

    When you take off old one ,count the turns but if its too late for that 8 -10 is usually a good fail safe for smaller awnings

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James, I have read 10 -12 turns. Good lucck.

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